NYC Adventure: 9 Days of Thrills and Culture

Cedar Schaeffer

27 Dec 2023

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the vibrant streets of New York City. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this action-packed itinerary will immerse you in the city's rich history, breathtaking views, and world-class attractions.

Trip to New York

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Deli Delights and Bridge Bliss

$450

$ 110

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

No-frills deli with theatrically cranky service serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

46 - 56 min

Directions

Coney Island amusement park with thrill rides for kids & adults, carnival games & snack foods.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$450

37 - 45 min

Directions

This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

Directions

Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Parks Galore and Sky-High Splendor

$620

$ 110

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

Directions

Enormous greenspace housing World's Fair monuments, plus museums, sports facilities, a zoo & more.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

49 - 59 min

Directions

Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$100

40 - 48 min

Directions

Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$520

Day 3Parkside Bliss and Times Square Extravaganza

$790

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

Directions

Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

Directions

Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$350

11 - 16 min

Directions

Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$440

4 - 6 min

Directions

Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Artistic Marvels and Historic Landmarks

$430

$ 165

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

Multi-venue complex home to many prominent groups like Metropolitan Opera & New York City Ballet.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

Directions

Open-air, honeycomb-shaped attraction offering 16 stories & 80 landings for visitors to climb.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$100

8 - 10 min

Directions

Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

22 - 27 min

Directions

Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

23 - 28 min

Directions

Circa-1932 art deco theater hosting the Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, concerts & more.

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$330

Day 5Modern Art and Skyline Wonders

$1080

$ 83

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

Directions

Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$300

28 - 34 min

Directions

Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center, with exhibits & restaurants.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$390

3 - 4 min

Directions

A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$390

9 - 11 min

Directions

Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Museums, Memorials, and Iconic Landmarks

$1090

$ 83

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

Flight museum on an aircraft carrier whose exhibits include a Concorde, submarine & space shuttle.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$360

14 - 17 min

Directions

Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$330

21 - 26 min

Directions

Towering Neo-Gothic church from 1879 with twin spires & storied history opposite Rockefeller Center.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$400

Day 7Parks, Statues, and Cultural Gems

$950

$ 138

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

Directions

Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$250

46 - 56 min

Directions

Observatory on top of Rockefeller Center, with an ocean-liner style design, offering city views.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$400

17 - 21 min

Directions

Frank Lloyd Wright–designed modern art museum with an architecturally significant spiral rotunda.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$300

Day 8Wildlife Encounters and Museum Marvels

$810

$ 110

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

Set within Central Park, this small zoo features penguins, sea lions, monkeys & a petting zoo.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$200

27 - 33 min

Directions

Home of baseball's New York Yankees, this 2009 ballpark replaced the storied House That Ruth Built.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$330

27 - 33 min

Directions

From dinosaurs to outer space & everything in between, this huge museum showcases natural wonders.

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$280

Day 9Central Park Serenity and Artistic Treasures

$640

$ 110

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

35 - 42 min

Directions

Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 10,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$340

27 - 33 min

Directions

A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$300

Budget breakdown: $7768 In total

Activities & Food:$6860

Transport:$908